Account Director

  • Melbourne
  • Optimum Media Direction (omd)
OMD MelbourneAccount Director Melbourne – South YarraFull time PermanentReporting to Business Director What's in it for you? Access to top tier clients and complex business challengesContinuous development through our mixed learning approachAll the tools, equipment and mentors you need to be successful in your roleOur organisation encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiativesWe have a bright, open plan and dog friendly office (we love our furry friends)We encourage and fully support flexible workingParental leaveFun social events - Annual ski trips Details regarding the roleThis Account Director opportunity works across a market leading client. This client is innovative and loves new ideas. This role gives you the opportunity to work closely with the marketing team and become a key part of their team. This client has great processes and really strong relationship with OMD. The day-to-day responsibilities:As an Account Director at OMD, you will be responsible for – Lead the team in the use of the OMD planning process to create the media idea and implementationPlay a key role in strategic development workshopsEnsure in-depth assessment of all communication options, using media research tools, deliver innovative insightsManage the process and ways of working with the client and agency partnersEnsure the reporting of competitive, consumer and market data deliver innovation insightsOversee the quality of client documentationProvide budget forecast figures for clientsAssess and train needs of direct reports What you'll need: Is ambitious, a team player, and who thrives in a high-performance environmentSeeks broad experience and continued learning across all facets of media planning (traditional, digital, tech, analytics, strategy, comms planning, sponsorship)An experienced channel & imp planning expert (Application of strategy to execution); online and offlineHas strong budget and financial managementHas a desire and motivation to get under the hood of their client partners brands, macro business and marketing (Business performance, brand health, creative & media effectiveness)Experience using discovered insights to recommend communication initiativesImpeccable attention to detail and ability to delivery work on timeA passion for understanding and delivering on client business goalsThe ability to build strong client relationships and trust quicklyExperience in managing direct reports, with a focus on their development.A proactive thinker who is always exploring new ways of doing things whilst respecting proven processesDemonstrated experience leading a team at Account Director level A little bit about us...We are a proud part of the OMD global network, the world's leading marketing and communications agency. As part of the Omnicom Media Group, we provide services to over 5,000 clients in more than 100 countries and employ 11,000+ staff. Since launching in 2000, OMD Australia has grown to become Australia's largest media and communications agency, consistently winning awards including: Great Place to Work | Ranked #7, Platinum Status: Top 50 for 13 consecutive years (2009-2022)B&T | Media Agency of the Year 2019, 2020 & 2021, Culture 2020B&T Women in Media | Employer of the Year 2019 & 2020Adnews | Media Agency of the Year 2020, Overall Agency of the Year 2020Mumbrella | Media Agency of the Decade 2009 - 2019, Culture 2019Adweek | Global Media Agency of the Year 2019 & 2020 Next stepsSound exactly like the sort of role for you? Apply now!If you've got any questions or wish to have a confidential conversation about this role, contact the Talent team. We'd love to hear from you.We are a committed Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and are dedicated to ensuring that all employees, and prospective employees, can work in an environment that is free from any form of employment discrimination based on race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, physical or mental impairment/disability or any other status. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.